Stoke the Spark Collective is coming to Snohomish County Washington!
We don’t just watch the light; we stoke the fire.
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A Spark is Catching...
Be part of the Collective
I am so grateful you’re here. No young person should feel their light is fading in the dark.
Stoke the Spark Collective is currently in our "incubation phase," assembling a board of seven strategic leaders and filing the legal paperwork to ensure this mission becomes a permanent pillar for youth in our community.
Want to join the fight? Come be part of the Collective.
No spark is meant to go out in the dark
Suicide and isolation are stealing our youth. But we believe everyone carries a "Divine Spark"—a unique purpose and a reason to stay.
Protect the Spark
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth aged 10–24 in the United States. Suicide is more common than death from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, and other diseases combined for this age group.
Stoke Belonging
Nearly 1 in 3 youth ages 12 to 17 had a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral problem in 2022–2023, often linked to low belonging. And only 17% of young adults feel "deeply connected" to a community
Ignite Hope
Based on 2023 CDC data, 1 in 5 U.S. high school students seriously considered attempting suicide, with 9.5% attempting it, highlighting a severe mental health crisis.
Grow the Collective
Mentorship is associated with lower odds of suicide ideation, planning, and attempts. Mentorship can counteract the high suicide risk associated with cyberbullying, academic failure, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, and social isolation.
Due to the generosity of others...
Cohorts are 100% Free of Charge
Anyone aged 12-25 can sign up for our intensive 6-to-8 week collaborative cohorts that are designed to build trust and connections led by an adult mentor.
This includes, but is not limited to, a variety intensive, fun small-group skill-building cohorts and collaborative workshops aimed at building resilience, fostering community belonging, and preventing the crisis of isolation.
Consider donating below to keep these cohorts free
Introvert? Extrovert? That's ok!
Our Cohorts are built for everyone
Size ranges from 3-12 people.
One day a week for 2 hours
For 6-8 week durations
Example Pilot Groups Below
Vehicle Education
Interested in learning how to change:
- A tire
- the oil
- tail and headlights
- wipers
- basic fluids
For girls ages 15-19 and 20-25
Coffee and Classes
Interested in learning how to:
- create a budget
- buy a house
- investing
- build savings plans
For adults ages 19-25 and teens ages 15-18.
This cohort is co-ed
Sewing
Wether you are a novice or a pro come learn how to sew! Learn the basics of a sewing machine and create something custom.
For girls ages:
- 12-14
- 16-18
- 19-25
Video Gaming
Video games your jam? Join others like you and enjoy snacks, pizza, and soda. Learn and grow together doing something you love.
For boys ages:
- 12-14
- 15-18
- 19-25
Board Game Days
Wanna have a blast playing a mix of stratigic or hilarious games? Join others while enjoying snacks, food, and fun drinks together.
For girls ages:
- 12-14
- 15-18
- 19-25
Campfire Nights
Enjoy evening activites like corn hole, fishing. Learn how to set up a tent and build a fire. Make different foods over the campfire and share stories.
For boys ages:
- 14-18
- 19-25
Why Stoke the Spark?
Dedicated to boosting youth outcomes with meaningful mentorship and mental health support.
Research-Based Programs
All initiatives are grounded in studies proving mentorship improves education and emotional health. Mentored youth report significantly lower levels of depression and social anxiety compared to non-mentored peers. Mentored youth show over 50% lower odds of suicide ideation.
Focused Small Cohorts
Intimate group settings allow personalized skill-building and stronger support networks. It fosters safe, supportive environments that build confidence, resilience, and social skills. Small groups offer a supportive atmosphere where youth can take risks, try new things, and build confidence without fear of failure.
Collaborative Workshops
Interactive activities designed to foster leadership, resilience, and social connection. It encourages peer-to-peer connection, enhancing teamwork, reducing social isolation, and improving mental health, ultimately boosting academic performance and future readiness.
Preventive Mental Health
Despite the benefits, mentoring is declining. Data from 2022 showed that 35% of young adults grew up without a mentor. However, in 2026, 97% of individuals with a mentor report finding the experience valuable. Stoke the Spark Collective is on a mission to to bring mentorship up and the mental health crisis down.
Igniting a generation where isolation is replaced by connection
According to The National Mentoring Partnership, children at risk who had a mentor were: 55% more likely to enroll in college 52% less likely to skip school 37% less likely to skip class 78% more likely to volunteer regularly 90% interested in becoming a mentor themselves 130% more likely to hold leadership posistions.
What does it mean to be part of the Collective?
Donate Now: https://gofund.me/b475381a6
Be "Fuel" For the Fire
To move from a pilot to fully operational, we are seeking "Founding Fuel Providers" to provide the seed money for:
- A Solid Foundation: Finalizing legal filings, 501(c)(3) status, and insurance.
- Provision for the Youth: Materials and supplies to keep our programs 100% free of charge.
- Reaching the Lost: Building a digital home for families to find support
Visit our GoFundMe Page by clicking on the link below
Pray for us
You are helping build a fence of protection around the vulnerable. I ask first for your prayers. A "triple-braided cord" of community, strategy, and faith is not easily broken.
- "Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken". — Ecclesiastes 4:12
- "If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off?" — Matthew 18:12
Follow the Journey
We are documenting every step of the way! From meetings to filings and everything in between. Follow us and witness the journey of change.
Links to our socials coming soon!
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Share the Spark
Building a community one spark at a time...
Know someone who has been looking for a way to support youth mental health? Maybe someone interested in our programs? Invite them to join the Collective.
Send them links to our website, socials, email, and our GoFund me page.
Individual sparks. A collective flame. One mission to end youth suicide.
Did we spark curiosity to find out more?
Want to find out about pilot groups in your area?
Interested in being a mentor or a volunteer?
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We'd love to hear from you!
Get in touch
E-mail: stokethespark.tyates@gmail.com